Cocoa Mint Truffles
Wow! These easy chocolate truffles will be a hit at holiday parties. Moist with a rich minty flavor inside, the candies have a powdered cocoa outer layer. These are decadent, but oh-so-simple to do.
SERVINGS
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16
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CATEGORY
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Dessert
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METHOD
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Freezer
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PREP |
25 min. |
COOK
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5 min.
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TOTAL
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30 min.
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INGREDIENTS
- 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 6 mint Andes candies
- 3/4 cup whipped topping
- 2 tablespoons baking cocoa
- 1/8 teaspoon instant coffee granules
DIRECTIONS
In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips and candies over low heat. Transfer to a small mixing bowl and cool to lukewarm, about 7 minutes. Beat in whipped topping. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes or until firm enough to form into balls.
In a small bowl, combine cocoa and coffee granules. Shape chocolate mixture into 1-in. balls; roll in cocoa mixture. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Yield: 16 servings.